VP, Valuations (Direct Investments), Large Global Investor, Abu Dhabi, UAE

About Our Client

This is an exciting opportunity to join the valuations team of a leading global investor, based in Abu Dhabi. You will have the opportunity to step into a flat structure that encourages both collaborative and independent work within their portfolio, focused on private markets.

What the job involves

• Conducting regular independent valuations, return analysis, market benchmarking, and performance measurement for portfolio companies
• Building and managing relationships with stakeholders and platform teams
• Analysing data sets in order to compare performance against benchmarks
• Ensuring valuations are of a high quality and supported by adequate and reliable assumptions
• Supporting the development of more junior colleagues by providing feedback for their growth and development

• Undergraduate degree in finance, economics, accounting or equivalent
• Strong communication skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Knowledge of valuation and financial modelling practices
• An interest in private markets and finance
• A CFA, CVA, ICVS, CBV, CA, or ACCA qualification is considered a bonus
• A positive attitude, willing to step into a team with a flat structure with a strong focus on delivery
• Ability to relocate full-time to Abu Dhabi